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Question 103018This question is from textbook Algebra Structure and Method
: Hello, I need some assistance with this problem. Could you please help me with it?
3(a-5)+19=-2 This question is from textbook Algebra Structure and Method

Answer by stanbon(75887) About Me  (Show Source):
You can put this solution on YOUR website!
3(a-5)+19=-2
3a-15+19=-2
3a+4 = -2
3a = -6
a = -2
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Cheers,
Stan H.